Southern Cuisine

Many of Charleston’s restaurants are famous for their unique cuisine, a blend of French and Spanish influences with deep southern roots and a bit of a creole flair, punctuated by an abundance of fresh seafood. Fried green tomatoes, frogmore stew, and shrimp and grits are just a few of the things you will be sure to find at these restaurants. This type of dining experience is truly unique to Charleston because of the many cultural influences that affect the region. Lowcountry, French, and African influences are especially prevalent. Only in New Orleans will you find a cuisine as diverse as the one in Charleston. Our list of recommended southern style restaurants are sure to please. We highly suggest to first time visitors in this region to experience the very best in Southern cooking.

82 Queen
82 Queen St.
(843)723-7591
http://www.82queen.com

Cypress Lowcountry Grille
167 East Bay St.
(843)727-0111
http://www.magnolias-blossom-cypress.com/cypress/

Anson
12 Anson St.
(843)577-0551
http://www.ansonrestaurant.com

Barbados Room
115 Meeting St.
(843)577-2400

Carolinas
10 Exchange St
(843)724-3800

Charleston Grill
224 King St
(843)577-4522
http://www.charlestongrill.com

Hominy Grill
207 Rutledge Ave
(843)937-0930
http://www.hominygrill.com

Library Restaurant
23 Vendue Range
(843)723-0485

Magnolia’s
185 East Bay St
(843)577-7771
http://www.magnolias-blossom-cypress.com/magnolias/

Grill 225
225 East Bay St
(843)266-4222
http://www.grill225.com

Slightly North of Broad
192 East Bay St
(843)723-3424
http://www.mavericksouthernkitchens

Water’s Edge
1407 Shrimp Boat Lane
Mount Pleasant, SC
http://www.waters-edge-restaurant.com

Jestine’s
251 Meeting St
(843)722-7224

Gullah Cuisine
1717 Hwy 17 North, Mount Pleasant, SC
(843)881-9076
http://www.gullahcuisine.com